Scotland Women vs Netherlands Women, SWTT, Today Match Prediction

SCT-W vs NEDW Match Prediction & Analysis

The Scotland Women’s Tri-Series 2026 begins with an exciting clash between Scotland Women and Netherlands Women at Grange Cricket Club in Edinburgh. With both teams preparing for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 next month, this tri-series serves as a crucial opportunity to fine-tune combinations and build momentum ahead of the global tournament. 

Scotland enter the contest with stronger recent results and the advantage of familiar home conditions, while Netherlands Women arrive with confidence after qualifying for their maiden Women’s T20 World Cup earlier this year. 

What makes this contest particularly interesting is how competitive these two associate sides have become in recent years. Netherlands Women defeated Scotland during the T20 World Cup Global Qualifier in Nepal earlier this year, successfully defending 157 in a tense finish. However, Scotland have looked more consistent overall in T20 cricket recently, winning four of their last five completed matches and showing impressive balance with both bat and ball.  

RECENT PERFORMANCE

SCT-W

W W W W W

SCT-W

178/8 in 20.0 8.9

ICCWT20_WCQ

Scotland Women won by 41 runs 01 Feb 2026

USA-W

137/10 in 19.0 7.21

SCT-W

160/5 in 20.0 8

ICCWT20_WCQ

Scotland Women beat Ireland Women by 39 runs 28 Jan 2026

IREW

121/10 in 19.2 6.26

NEP-W

68/10 in 13.5 4.92

ICCWT20_WCQ

Scotland Women beat Nepal Women by 72 runs 26 Jan 2026

SCT-W

140/10 in 20.0 7

SCT-W

124/5 in 14.4 8.45

ICCWT20_WCQ

Scotland Women beat Thailand Women by 5 wickets 24 Jan 2026

THA-W

118/5 in 20.0 5.9

SCT-W

105/5 in 13.4 7.68

ICCWT20_WCQ

Scotland Women beat Zimbabwe Women by 5 wickets 22 Jan 2026

ZIM-W

101/10 in 18.4 5.41

NEDW

L W W W W

IREW

143/9 in 20.0 7.15

ICCWT20_WCQ

Ireland Women beat Netherlands Women by 98 runs 30 Jan 2026

NEDW

45/10 in 14.5 3.03

USA-W

129/7 in 20.0 6.45

ICCWT20_WCQ

Netherlands Women beat United States Of America Women by 21 runs (D/L) method 28 Jan 2026

NEDW

90/2 in 12.0 7.5

NEDW

107/8 in 20.0 5.35

ICCWT20_WCQ

Netherlands Women won by 17 runs 26 Jan 2026

THA-W

90/10 in 20.0 4.5

NEP-W

138/7 in 20.0 6.9

ICCWT20_WCQ

Netherlands beat Nepal by 2 runs 22 Jan 2026

NEDW

140/5 in 20.0 7

NEDW

157/6 in 20.0 7.85

ICCWT20_WCQ

Netherlands beat Scotland by 7 runs 20 Jan 2026

SCT-W

150/5 in 20.0 7.5

HEAD TO HEAD

TEAMS PREVIEW

Scotland Women Preview

Scotland Women enter the tri-series as slight favourites, largely because of their familiarity with Edinburgh conditions and the excellent recent form of their core group. Led by Kathryn Bryce, Scotland have developed into one of the strongest associate women’s teams in world cricket and recently secured qualification for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. 

Their squad looks balanced across departments, with experienced all-rounders, reliable seamers, and quality spin options. 

Scotland’s batting revolves around captain Kathryn Bryce (1395 runs in 54 matches) and wicketkeeper Sarah Bryce (1643 runs in 75 matches), both of whom bring stability and experience to the top order. Kathryn Bryce has consistently delivered in pressure matches with her aggressive strokeplay and ability to contribute in all phases of the innings.

Darcey Carter has emerged as another important batter at the top, capable of attacking inside the powerplay and putting pressure on opposition bowlers early. The middle order featuring Priyanaz Chatterji and Megan McColl adds depth and flexibility, especially in rebuilding situations.

Scotland’s bowling attack is particularly effective in home conditions. Katherine Fraser (325 runs and 60 wickets in  56 matches) and Kirstie Gordon provide excellent control through the middle overs, while Rachel Slater and Abtaha Maqsood (71 wickets in 74 matches) bring wicket-taking ability with the new ball and in pressure situations. Edinburgh conditions traditionally assist seamers early, which suits Scotland’s disciplined bowling approach perfectly.

Why Can Scotland Women Win This Game?

Scotland’s biggest advantage is their familiarity with Grange Cricket Club conditions. If Kathryn Bryce and Darcey Carter provide a strong start with the bat, Scotland have enough bowling depth to defend competitive totals.

Their disciplined bowling attack could also exploit early movement under cloudy Edinburgh conditions, especially against a Netherlands batting lineup that has occasionally struggled against swing bowling.

Key Players: Kathryn Bryce, Sarah Bryce, Katherine Fraser.

Scotland Women Predicted Playing XI:

Sarah Bryce (wk), Darcey Carter, Kathryn Bryce (c), Priyanaz Chatterji, Megan McColl, Ailsa Lister, Katherine Fraser, Abtaha Maqsood, Kirstie Gordon, Rachel Slater, Olivia Bell.

Scotland Women Actual Playing XI:

Kathryn Bryce, Chloe Abel, Sarah Bryce, Darcey Carter, Priyanaz Chatterji, Gabriella Fontenla, Katherine Fraser, Kirstie Gordon, Abtaha Maqsood, Megan McColl, Ellen Watson

Netherlands Women Preview

Netherlands Women arrive in Scotland with growing confidence after qualifying for their first-ever ICC Women’s T20 World Cup earlier this year. Led by Babette de Leede, the Dutch side has improved significantly in T20 cricket over the last two seasons, particularly through better batting depth and more disciplined bowling performances.

Babette de Leede remains the key batter for Netherlands Women and will once again anchor the innings at the top. She has consistently delivered against stronger opposition and possesses the ability to both rebuild innings and accelerate late.

Sterre Kalis and Robine Rijke (1373 runs in 93 matches) add experience through the middle order, while Heather Siegers (1149 runs in 68 matches) provides valuable finishing ability lower down the order. Netherlands generally rely on partnerships rather than explosive hitting, making wicket preservation extremely important during the powerplay.

The Dutch bowling attack has improved considerably over the last year. Iris Zwilling and Caroline de Lange (81 wickets in 84 matches) have emerged as reliable wicket-taking options, while Silver Siegers and Heather Siegers provide control through the middle overs. 

Netherlands defended 157 successfully against Scotland earlier this year because of disciplined bowling under pressure, and they will once again look to keep things tight on a surface expected to assist seamers.

Why Can Netherlands Women Win This Game?

Netherlands’ best route to victory is controlling the tempo of the game through disciplined bowling and partnerships with the bat. If Babette de Leede anchors the innings and the Dutch bowlers strike early against Scotland’s aggressive top order, they can put the hosts under pressure.

Their recent win over Scotland in Nepal will also give them confidence heading into this contest.

Key Players: Babette de Leede, Sterre Kalis, Iris Zwilling.

Netherlands Women Predicted Playing XI:

Babette de Leede (c), Sterre Kalis, Robine Rijke, Heather Siegers, Silver Siegers, Iris Zwilling, Caroline de Lange, Hannah Landheer, Frederique Overdijk, Isabel van der Woning, Phebe Molkenboer.

Netherlands Women Actual Playing XI:

Iris Zwilling, Phebe Molkenboer, Heather Siegers, Isabel Van Der Woning, Robine Rijke, Sanya Khurana, Babette De Leede, Rosalie Lawrence, Caroline de Lange, Frederique Overdijk, Silver Siegers

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

The weather forecast for match day in Edinburgh is expected to be cool and cloudy, with temperatures likely to stay around 14-15°C during the afternoon before dropping slightly in the evening. There is a small chance of light showers, but major interruptions are not currently expected. The cool breeze and overcast conditions could help seam bowlers generate swing with the new ball throughout the match.

SCT-W vs NEDW Pitch Report

Grange Cricket Club in Edinburgh traditionally offers assistance to seam bowlers, especially during the early overs when conditions are cloudy. Batters generally need time to settle before playing aggressively, making the powerplay phase extremely important.

In recent women’s T20 matches at this venue, first innings totals have mostly ranged between 125-145, with anything above 150 often proving difficult to chase. Spinners also become effective once the pitch slows down during the middle overs. 

Toss: To Bowl

Captains at Grange Cricket Club usually prefer bowling first because of the assistance available for seamers early in the innings. Chasing sides have often benefited once the surface settles down later in the game.

With cloudy conditions expected once again, the captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first.